ER Technician - Full Time - Evenings

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Statesboro, GA

About The Position

The ER Technician provides essential support to the Emergency Department by assisting with patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The role helps ensure efficient department operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked environment and communicating effectively with the care team. The technician provides direct patient care and performs clinical interventions and technical procedures within their scope of practice and under licensed clinical staff direction. These include splint application, Foley catheter insertion, blood glucose monitoring, vital sign collection, electrocardiograms, and intravenous insertion. The role also involves patient transport, accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record, responding to emergencies, following infection-control and safety protocols, supporting clerical and administrative operations, and collaborating with ancillary services and external agencies.

Requirements

Completion of technical school courses in Nursing Assistant, EMT, Phlebotomy, or Medical Assistant.
0–1 years of clinical experience.
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or Licensed Paramedic credential required.
Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute required.
Ability to remain calm and think clearly during stressful situations.
Working knowledge of emergency management or other medical training.
Knowledge of safety guidelines, sterile techniques, and infection-prevention procedures.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of patient rights and laws, including HIPAA and EMTALA.
Ability to prioritize and organize tasks according to unit needs and multitask.
Strong self-initiative and willingness to assist where needed.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant, certified Basic EMT, certified Phlebotomist, or certified Medical Assistant.
Certified Nursing Assistant credential.
Phlebotomy Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and perform clinical interventions and technical procedures within scope of practice and under the direction of licensed clinical staff.
Apply splints, insert Foley catheters and intravenous lines, monitor blood glucose, collect vital signs, and perform electrocardiograms.
Transport patients safely and promptly to and from units, procedural areas, or discharge destinations.
Maintain a clean and organized environment, follow infection-control standards, restock supplies, and ensure equipment is operational.
Communicate with patients, families, and the care team, and promptly report changes in patient status or concerns.
Document patient care activities accurately and efficiently in the Electronic Medical Record system.
Respond promptly to emergencies and assist the care team with tasks that support patient safety.
Use personal protective equipment and follow safety protocols.
Support unit operations through clerical and administrative tasks, including managing communication systems and maintaining records.
Collaborate with ancillary services and external agencies to facilitate patient care and departmental operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.